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Indian Army’s Cheetal helicopters keep flying in Ladakh amid failure probe

The Leh-based HQs 14 Corps, responsible for operations in the sector, operates around 25 Cheetals—a re-engined version of the workhorse Cheetah helicopter.
Updated on Jun 26, 2026 09:01 am IST

Arunachal Pradesh flood: Air Force begins search and rescue ops in Keyi Panyor

The IAF subsequently launched an air support mission to airlift personnel and relief materials of the SDRF from Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) to Pitapool in Keyi Panyor district.
Published on Jun 25, 2026 02:10 pm IST

Rajnath Singh backs key Meghalaya infrastructure proposals on Yoga Day

Union defence minister Rajnath Singh, Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma and top officials of the IAF join together to commemorate International Yoga Day at Eastern Air Command Shillong (HT Sourced Photo)
Published on Jun 21, 2026 05:01 pm IST

IAF AFCAT 2026: Registration date extended till June 21, direct link to apply

IAF AFCAT 2026: Registration date extended till June 21, apply at afcat.edcil.co.in
Published on Jun 19, 2026 01:24 pm IST

Military help, Telegram ban: Measures to ensure NEET paper doesn't leak again

Things NTA has done to ensure NEET paper doesn't leak - Military, telegram, confine paper makers
Published on Jun 17, 2026 02:42 pm IST

IAF flies over 200 sorties to deliver NEET-UG papers across India

An Indian Air Force Mi-17 helicopter takes part in a mock drill ahead of the transportation of NEET-UG 2026 question paper
Updated on Jun 17, 2026 02:06 pm IST

5 IAF personnel killed in Jorhat AN-32 plane crash, inquiry ordered

Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft
Updated on Jun 14, 2026 12:00 am IST

IAF's AN-32 aircraft splits in two after crash landing in Assam's Jorhat: Video

An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft crash landed in Jorhat in Assam on Saturday.
Updated on Jun 13, 2026 02:36 pm IST

IAF aircraft crashes while landing in Assam's Jorhat

The aircraft came down inside the Rowriah Air Force Station in Upper Assam.
Updated on Jun 13, 2026 11:59 pm IST

First ‘Made in India’ C-295 aircraft completes maiden test flight from Vadodara

First 'Made in India' Airbus C295 military transport aircraft has conducted its first test flight.
Updated on Jun 11, 2026 04:06 pm IST

Air Force sergeant held for attempting to murder woman over suspicion of infidelity

Investigators said the complainant and Mandhve had known each other for nearly seven years. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on Jun 09, 2026 04:16 am IST

IAF roped in to transport NEET papers as NTA tightens guard for June 21 re-exam

The NEET UG exam will be held again on June 21.
Updated on Jun 07, 2026 08:48 am IST

Udhampur boy secures All India rank 12 in AFCAT 2026

Suriyansh Singh Parihar (HT Photo)
Published on Jun 05, 2026 06:44 am IST

India advances deal for 114 Rafale fighters from France

The Rafale fighter jet during the Indian Air Force Day celebration in Guwahati.
Updated on Jun 02, 2026 07:55 am IST

Centre to set up air-raid warning systems in 244 districts

Documents seen by HT showed that the Directorate General (Fire Service, Civil Defence & Home Guards), a federal agency under the Home Ministry, is leading the project and hiring experts from the IAF.
Updated on Jun 01, 2026 06:41 am IST

US firm delivers 3 engines for delayed basic trainer aircraft

India’s delayed trainer aircraft gets critical engine boost
Updated on May 28, 2026 12:45 pm IST

India opens 15,000 crore race to build AMCA stealth fighter

Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is India’s fifth-generation fighter multirole fighter jet
Updated on May 27, 2026 09:12 pm IST

Army, IAF contain Kasauli wildfire after 15-hour battle

The forest fire on the slopes of the Kasauli hills on Tuesday night. The Chandigarh tricity lights are visible in the backdrop. (HT Photo)
Updated on May 28, 2026 05:20 am IST

IAF choppers deployed as forest fires rage in Kasauli

IAF Mi-17 helicopters were pressed into service for aerial water-dropping operations.
Published on May 27, 2026 07:54 am IST

AFCAT 2026: Registration begins for IAF AFCAT at afcat.edcil.co.in, direct link

AFCAT 2026: Registration begins for IAF AFCAT at afcat.edcil.co.in, direct link to apply here
Published on May 20, 2026 02:05 pm IST

IAF’s gets its first top-rated woman flying instructor

Saanya, who the air force identified by her first name only, is an accomplished transport pilot. (HT)
Published on May 19, 2026 05:48 am IST

IAF deputy chief to review C295 project in Vadodara

IAF deputy chief to review C295 project in Vadodara
Published on May 15, 2026 06:38 am IST

Recollecting legends and lores about India’s forces

All three salutes are performed with the right hand raised to the forehead. In the army case, the palm faces outwards. In the navy, it faces down. In the air force, it’s angled upwards. (HT Archive)
Published on May 09, 2026 09:09 pm IST

Mewat-based cyber fraud racket busted, four held for posing as IAF officials: Delhi Police

Mewat-based cyber fraud racket busted, four held for posing as IAF officials: Delhi Police
Published on May 08, 2026 04:01 pm IST

India called Pakistan's 'nuclear bluff' during Op Sindoor: Top navy official

Vice Admiral AN Pramod speaks during the press conference on Operation Sindoor, in New Delhi on Sunday.
Published on May 07, 2026 03:21 pm IST

IAF chopper rescues 2 teens stuck on UP water tank after 3 others fall; one dies

A risky reel stunt on a 60-foot tank ends in death and injuries in UP, prompting a dramatic IAF airlift rescue of stranded teens. (Screengrab)
Updated on May 04, 2026 08:59 am IST

Himachal Pradesh: IAF rescues 2 paragliders stuck in hilly terrain of Baijanath

Two solo paragliders who were stranded in the Dhauladhar mountain ranges in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh were rescued with the help of Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopters on Sunday, officials said.
Published on Apr 27, 2026 11:12 am IST

Two paragliders rescued from Dhauladhar ranges

Two solo paragliders who were stranded in the Dhauladhar mountain ranges in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh were rescued with the help of Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopters on Sunday, officials said. (Representational image)
Published on Apr 27, 2026 05:14 am IST

IAF drill: Fighter jets turn expressway into runway

An IAF aircraft lands on Purvanchal Expressway as the Indian Air Force (IAF) conducts takeoff and landing practice, in Sultanpur on Wednesday. (ANI Video Grab)
Published on Apr 22, 2026 10:03 pm IST

IAF demonstrates operational versatility on emergency airstrip on Purvanchal Expressway in UP

IAF demonstrates operational versatility on emergency airstrip on Purvanchal Expressway in UP
Published on Apr 22, 2026 09:01 pm IST